Cannonball Pools

We would like to wish everyone a safe and very Merry Christmas!

What Happens When I Close My Pool Sooner Than Necessary?

1. Algae Is More Likely to Thrive Under the Cover
This is perhaps the biggest problem associated with closing your pool too early—algae blooms. If the water in your pool and air outside are still too warm when you put your cover on, it can create the perfect habitat for microorganisms to flourish. Dealing with that will make the opening nest season process more labor and time intensive than expected.

Keep in mind that algae might not be your only issue. If you have excess metals in your water, leaving those levels unattended over the winter can lead to the creation of unsightly stains that can be difficult or impossible to get rid of in the spring.

2. You Don’t Get to Enjoy It for as Long
Leaving your pool open as long as the weather will allow gives you ample time to relax and play.

*When Is the Right Time to Close My Pool?*

The key factor you need to pay attention to when determining whether or not you should close your pool is the outside temperature. As long as it’s consistently staying above 65 degrees Fahrenheit, you should leave your pool open.

Remember that in a spot like Houston, Texas where year-by-year conditions can fluctuate significantly, the “right time” to close your pool might vary. If we’re faced with a particularly cool fall, you might be able to close your pool by the end of September or early October. If summery conditions linger past their expected expiry date, the ideal window for closing might shift towards the middle or even end of October.

If you have questions about when you can or should close your pool, contact us, your local and experienced pool service technician, for location-specific advice. Call us at 832-748-1557, email at [email protected] or chat/message us here on Facebook.